Is the 2018 RAM 1500 safe to drive?

The 2018 RAM 1500 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 20V475000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

What Happened

The crankshaft position sensor in your Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 3.0L diesel engine is a small component that helps the engine run smoothly. In some 2014-2018 models, this sensor's tone wheel can crack, causing the engine to lose timing and misfire.

Risk if Unfixed

If your engine stalls while driving, you could lose control of your vehicle and increase the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your dealership will update the engine's computer software to keep your vehicle running safely, even if the crankshaft position sensor fails. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you receive the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #20V475000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 20V475000

What This Recall Means

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?